KAYAK is hiring a
Freelance Localization Specialist

Summary

The job is for a freelance Romanian Localization Specialist to localize products and content for KAYAK and OpenTable. The role requires proficiency in Romanian, strong English skills, experience in website/app localization and translation, familiarity with SEO, and a background in LQA or related fields.

Requirements

• Proficient native speaker of Romanian (required)
• Strong verbal and written command of English
• Proven experience in website/app localization and translation
• Experience using Translation Management Systems

Responsibilities

• Translate, review and post-edit machine translated content for KAYAK/OpenTable’s products and assets, tailored to the target market
• Adhere to our style guides to deliver high-quality translations and creative transcreations
• Translate and proofread content for various channels, including landing pages, blogs, newsletters, SEO content, social media, and other marketing materials
• Conduct LQA and functionality checks to engage with the local audience
• Maintain and refine language-specific resources such as style guides and glossaries

Preferred Qualifications

• A flair for creative translation and copywriting
• Familiarity with SEO
• Background in LQA
• Relevant academic or professional background in communication, marketing, translation, linguistics, or related fields

Benefits

• Working with KAYAK makes you part of a global network that includes OpenTable and KAYAK's portfolio of metasearch brands including SWOODOO, checkfelix, momondo, Cheapflights, Mundi and HotelsCombined
• Candidates will be invited to complete a short test as part of the selection process